August weather forecast
Chamonix, France

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Weather in August

August continues the trend of warm summer weather, with daytime temperatures mirroring those of July, holding at 16.8°C (62.2°F). The summer suites various outdoor activities, ranging from hikes to mountain biking and paragliding. Despite being the latter half of summer, August's climate in Chamonix remains mild and inviting, filled with breezy afternoons and comfortable evenings.

Temperature

In Chamonix, France, July and August are characterised by the peak of temperatures, recording an average high of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

Humidity

The least humid month in Chamonix is August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Chamonix, in August, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

June through September are months without snowfall in Chamonix, France.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Chamonix is 14h and 6min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 21:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 20:12 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Chamonix is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in August leads to these recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, France, the warmest months are July and August, registering an average high-temperature of 16.8°C (62.2°F).

What are the temperatures in Chamonix in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 16.8°C (62.2°F) and 6.4°C (43.5°F) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Chamonix?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in August in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in Chamonix in August?

In Chamonix, in August, during 12.8 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, France, snow does not fall in June through September.

How many hours of daylight does Chamonix have in August?

The average day length in August in Chamonix, France, is 14h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Chamonix?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 21:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 20:12 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chamonix have in August?

In Chamonix, France, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Chamonix?

In Chamonix, France, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Chamonix, France

Average temperature in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average high temperature in August: 16.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Chamonix, France

Average pressure in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Chamonix, France

Average wind speed in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Chamonix, France

Average humidity in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Chamonix, France

Average rainfall in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Chamonix, France

Average rainfall days in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Chamonix, France

Average snowfall in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (245mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Chamonix, France

Average snowfall days in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chamonix, France

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average daylight in August: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Chamonix, France

Average sunshine days in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Chamonix, France

Average UV index in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average UV index in August: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in August
Chamonix, France

Average cloud cover in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Chamonix, France

Average visibility in August - Chamonix, France
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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